Fallen Comrades

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Statistics on Protest Crackdown

Location	Kenya
Date	2025 June and July
Protesters killed	~59
Injured	~600
Arrested	~
Charged with Terrorism	~40
Date	2024 June and July
Protesters killed	~60+
Injured	~610
Forceful Disappearances / Abductions	~74 abducted, ~26 still missing; total reported cases ≈ 82

Remembering Kenya’s Fallen youth: Defenders of Democracy, Silenced Voices

Young Kenyan protesters hold a Kenyan flag over the body of a fellow youth killed by the police during peaceful protests in Nairobi, Kenya, on 25th June 2024

A protester jumps over a bonfire on Kenyatta Avenue in Nakuru City during the June 25, 2025 demonstrations.https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/news/east-africa/protests-in-kenya-dozens-hospitalised-5095174

Young Kenyan protesters walking towards Nairobi CBD on 25th June 2024

A tear-gas canister exploded on a street in Nairobi, Kenya, during protests over a bill to raise taxes on 25th June 2024 https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/25/world/africa/nairobi-kenya-tax-protests.html

Two young Kenyan protestors showing a red rose flower as a sign of peace and love for motherland Kenya in Nairobi CBD on 25th June 2024

Inside Parliament grounds, armed policemen shot at protestors who had gained access to this protected zone.on 25th June 2024, https://nexusmedia.ug/kenya-protests-paralyze-businesses-in-border-towns/

This page is dedicated to the young Kenyans—many from Generation Z—who were killed while peacefully demanding justice, accountability, and a better future. They took to the streets armed only with conviction, voices raised in unity, not violence.

They were students, creatives, workers—sons, daughters, friends, fathers. They were killed for daring to dream out loud.

This memorial honors their lives and their sacrifice. We refuse to let their stories be buried or forgotten. In their memory, we bear witness. In their names, we continue the struggle.

They didn’t die in vain. Kenya must remember.

Constitutional Violations

The violent suppression of peaceful protests constitutes a clear violation of the right to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence. Each resulting death underscores a grave failure to uphold and adhere to constitutional and human rights obligations.

📜 1. - Right to Life – Article 26

“Every person has the right to life.” — Article 26(1) “A person shall not be deprived of life intentionally, except to the extent authorized by this Constitution or other written law.” — Article 26(3)

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🕊️ 2. Freedom of Assembly, Demonstration and Petition – Article 37

“Every person has the right, peaceably and unarmed, to assemble, to demonstrate, to picket, and to present petitions to public authorities.” — Article 37

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👮 3. Use of Force by Police – Article 244 & National Police Service Act

“The National Police Service shall comply with constitutional standards of human rights and fundamental freedoms.” — Article 244(c) “...Shall strive for the highest standards of professionalism and discipline among its members.” — Article 244(d)

The National Police Service Standing Orders further require that use of force must be:

• Proportionate
• Necessary
• Justifiable
• A last resort

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⚖️ 4. Human Dignity & Protection from Torture – Articles 28 and 29

“Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected.” — Article 28 “Every person has the right to freedom and security... which includes the right not to be treated or punished in a cruel, inhuman or degrading manner.” — Article 29(f)

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🗳️ 5. Sovereignty of the People – Article 1

“All sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya and shall be exercised only in accordance with this Constitution.” — Article 1(1)

⚖️ 6. Presumption of Innocence in Kenyan Law - Article 50

In Kenyan law, the right to a fair trial — including the presumption of innocence — is firmly protected under the Kenya 2010 constitution.

Article 50(2)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 states:

"Every accused person has the right to a fair trial, which includes the right—

(a) to be presumed innocent until the contrary is proved;"

This means that:

• An accused person does not have to prove their innocence.
• The burden of proof rests on the prosecution.
• The prosecution must prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
• Any doubt must be resolved in favour of the accused.

Principles of a Fair Trial in Kenya

• Fair hearing: Conducted before an independent and impartial court.
• Legal representation: The accused has the right to choose and be represented by a legal practitioner.
• Disclosure of evidence: The prosecution is required to disclose all relevant evidence to the defence.
• Timely trial: The trial must be conducted without unreasonable delay.

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International Law violations

• African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights
• Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
• UN Human Rights Council Resolution 25/38 – Protection of Human Rights in Protests (2014)
• UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)
• Convention Against Torture (CAT)
• International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)
• UN General Assembly Resolution 68/167 – The Right to Privacy in the Digital Age (2013)
• UN Special Rapporteur Reports (especially on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions)
• United Nations Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms by Law Enforcement Officials (1990)
• ICCPR Article 9 – Liberty and Security of Person
• Convention Against Torture (CAT) & ICCPR – Freedom from Torture
• ICCPR Article 21 & ACHPR Article 11 - Freedom of Peaceful Assembly

🎯 We honor these lives, not as statistics, but as voices of courage that will echo through history. Their memory demands accountability, Justice—and a renewed national commitment to uphold the freedoms enshrined in our Constitution and Respect to Human Rights.

🔥 Never again shall we treat a peaceful protester as an enemy of the state.

Memorial List of identified persons 2024 - 2025 youth protests

💔 Rex Masai Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 David Chege Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: No status yet

💔 Erricson Mutisya Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: No status yet

💔 Eric Shieni Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: No status yet

💔 Dezel Omondi Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Austin Onyisa Makokha Killed: 2024 in Nakuru Justice Status: No status

💔 Mike Kihunga Killed: 2024 in Nakuru Justice Status: No status

💔 Kevin Mandanga Killed: 2024 in Nakuru Justice Status: No status

💔 Beasly Kogi Killed: 2024 in Nakuru Justice Status: No status

💔 Kevin Odhiambo Killed: 2024 Justice Status: No status

💔 Ibrahim Wanjiku Killed: 2024 in Nairobi Justice Status: No status

💔 Caroline Shiramba Killed: 2024 Justice Status: No status

💔 Emmanuel Gigs Killed: 2024 in Mombasa Justice Status: No status

💔 Brian Kimathi Killed: 2024 Justice Status: No status

💔 Kenneth Njeru Killed: 2024 Justice Status: No status

💔 Anthony Macharia Mwangi Killed: 2024 Justice Status: No status

💔 Anthony Kimeu Killed: 2024 in Rongai, Nairobi Justice Status: Not known

💔 Mathew Njoroge Killed: 2024 Nairobi Justice Status: No status

💔 Andrew Mwawasi Killed: 2024 Nairobi Justice Status: Evidence collected, witness recorded statments

💔 Evans Kiratu Karobia Killed: 2024 Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Joash Ombati Killed: 2024 Mombasa Justice Status: Not known

💔 Kevin Ochieng Onyango Killed: 2024 Siaya Justice Status: ongoing

💔 Kennedy Odhiambo Maina Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Wison Sitati’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Dancun Onsongo Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Chris Gitonga Killed: 2024 Nanyuki Justice Status: Not known

'💔 Calton Mwangi Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Earnest Kanyi Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Bernard Kiplagat Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Francis Kipkorir Sawe ’’’ Killed: 2024 Eldoret Justice Status: Not known

💔 Clinton Mwavali ’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Brian Ezra Odhiambo ’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Bernard Nduati’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Cholding Malang’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 David Shaban Baraza’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Denis Juma’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Phantaleo Nakara’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Braxton Omae Mogesi ’’’ Killed: 2024 Kisii Justice Status: Not known

💔 Benscot Onyango’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 John Boidras’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Timothy Muchui Kalenywa’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Wycliffe Kane Mwende’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Daniel Kakai’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Tomothy Miheso’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Charles Owino’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Alex Mutetikibwezi’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Denis Libanga Kibwezi’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Shaquille Rumsfeld Obienge’’’ Killed: 2024 Kitengela Justice Status: Not known

💔 Abdikadir Saadia’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 John Musili Mulwa’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Reagan Ouko’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 lan Ochieng Juma’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Tillen odhiambo’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Isaac Njuguna Mbugua’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 Samuel Mutisya’’’ Killed: 2024 Justice Status: Not known

💔 James Gachara Killed: 2025 in Nanyuki Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Boniface Kariuki Killed: 2025 in Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Albert Ojwang Killed: 2025 in Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Ian Muhindi Killed: 2025 in Nairobi Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Joseph Ndiang’ui Killed: 2025 in Othaya Justice Status: Ongoing

💔 Peter Macharia Killed: 2025 Kirinyaga Justice Status: Not known

💔 Jackline Nyawira ’’’ Killed: 2025 Nairobi Justice Status: Not known

💔 Ian Mungai’’’ Killed: 2025 Nairobi Justice Status: Not known

See also

• Shoot to kill directive 2025
• The children we lost
• Abducted & Tortured
• Shot & Injured by Police
• Those who disappeared and never to be found.
• Government Use of Terrorism Laws Against Kenyan Youth Protesters 2025

References and Reports on Human Rights Violations During Kenyan Protests (2023–2025)

• Unchecked Injustice: Kenya’s Suppression of the 2023 Anti-Government Protests – Human Rights Watch, 2024
• Kenya: Justice Overdue for 2023 Protest Abuses – Human Rights Watch, 2024
• Kenya Security Forces Abducted and Killed Protesters – Human Rights Watch, 2024
• Kenya Security Services Must Respect Fundamental Rights During Nationwide Protests – Amnesty International, 2024
• Kenya: Abductions of Citizens Suspected of Involvement in Protests Violate Human Rights – Amnesty International, 2024
• Kenya Country Report and Human Rights Updates – Amnesty International
• Amnesty Kenya: End Abusive Policing of Protests
• Kenya: End Killings and Torture of Protesters, Ensure Freedom of Assembly – OMCT
• Reuters: How Kenya Police Cover Up Killings of Anti-Government Protesters – Reuters, 2025
• Washington Post: Families Search for the Disappeared in Kenya Protests – Washington Post, 2025

References

• https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/25/world/africa/nairobi-kenya-tax-protests.html
• https://nexusmedia.ug/kenya-protests-paralyze-businesses-in-border-towns/
• https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/7/concert-in-kenya-to-pay-tribute-to-those-killed-in-tax-hike-protests
• https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/7/9/at-least-31-dead-532-arrested-in-kenyas-antigovernment-protests